It's going to happen sometime. Whether it comes from the elements or damage of some kind, your ATV seat is going to fade, tear, or crack. This isn't just an aesthetic issue either. Exposed padding is vulnerable to water damage, and holey cushions can be very uncomfortable and even distracting to sit on. But you can be prepared because this post will tell you both how to repair an ATV seat and how to protect it from future (or any) damage.
If the damage is very small, small enough to not need to be stitched together to stay closed, you can just dab something waterproof on it to smooth it over and keep water from damaging the padding.
This could be super glue, Liquid Vinyl, indoor/outdoor sealant, or something similar. Whatever acts as a waterproof adhesive or sealant.
You can purchase an ATV seat patch kit or make your own patch with vinyl fabric and VLP.
The purchased patch kit is simpler than making your own patch, but either option with improve the appearance of the seat and restore its waterproofing to protect the padding.
Both of these options are inexpensive.
To repair an ATV seat with larger tears, particularly ones that expose padding or create an uncomfortable ridge in the seat, you can stitch the vinyl closed with extra durable thread or dental floss, or cover it with duct tape, and slap an ATV seat cover on it to make it look new and protect it from water damage. Seat covers range from prices in the teens to over $100.
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Sometimes you don't have just a tear; some of your cushion is actually gone. This is when you need to reupholster the seat. Although you could reupholster it to do any repair, if that's what you prefer. You might want to do this before selling the ATV if you're expecting to make a bundle on it.
Depending on what you need to remove, you'll need:
a screwdriver/socket set
needle nose pliers
a staple gun
a pencil or marker
a knife or blade
cement glue
replacement cushion foam
replacement seat material
Tip: Working in a warm environment or warming the vinyl with a hair dryer will make the vinyl easier to pull over and mold to the shape of the cushion without wrinkles.
Some people put their vinyl in the dryer for a few minutes, but this is not recommended.
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You'll have to remove the seat. You can use the screwdriver or socket wrench to unbolt it. Unless you're one of the lucky ones with a model that only requires you to trip a latch on the back of the seat to remove it.
When you flip the seat over, you'll see the fabric is stapled to the frame. You can remove these with the needle nose pliers, or anything sturdy and flat enough. Yes, it's tedious, but not too bad.
Cut the existing foam from the frame. This is the real pain in reupholstering because the foam is probably still glued to the frame. If you don't need to replace the entire cushion, you can always cut just part that's damaged. Cutting the damaged part to make it a defined shape like a square or rectangle could make it easier to shape the replacement foam to make a patch.
For entire seat replacements or patches that go all the way to the bottom, you'll have to cut the foam or seat cushion to fit the frame. You can trace the shape of the frame on the foam with your pencil or marker.
You'll need to glue the foam to the seat frame with the cement glue
You can add batting as extra cushion at this stage if you want to. Cut it, attach it with spray adhesive, and cut away any excess.
Cut the replacement fabric to cover all of the seat and staple it to the underside of the frame. You may find it easier to cut the replacement fabric if you do it before you've taken the original seat apart. You could wrap the new fabric over the seat and use it as a guide. Cut the piece larger than you need to allow for errors, particularly if you'll be adding batting.
Once the fabric is in place and stapled, you're done. You can reattach the seat, and you're ready to ride!
To keep your seat from needing a repair, you can purchase an ATV seat protector to cover the seat and add extra padding for comfort.
With this protector, the seat won't be exposed to the elements, and it'll be next to impossible for anything to damage it. They're really inexpensive, and it's easy to install and remove with straps with buckles.
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11 December 2014
Question: I plan to install a passenger seat on the ATV along with a case. Can it be done? What you should pay attention to?
Answer: Most owners of single-seater ATVs will sooner or later face the problem of carrying passengers. Today, the ATV accessory market offers a variety of passenger seat options. At first glance, the issue of creating additional space is solved quite simply, but this is not so. First, it should be noted that a single ATV differs from a double ATV not only in the length of the seat. The two-seater ATV has a longer frame, the passenger sits inside the “base” of the ATV, so the axle load is distributed evenly. An additional seat on a single ATV is installed on the rear trunk, and as a result of such a reconfiguration, the center of gravity is shifted behind the rear wheel axle, and the front axle is unloaded.
In addition, it turns out that the passenger sits higher than the driver. All these factors have an extremely negative effect on handling, the ATV reacts worse to turning the steering wheel. In addition, the risk of rollover increases: it is enough to add gas inaccurately or not to calculate the angle of climbing the hill. At the same time, due to a tight landing, both people can suffer greatly, since it is very problematic to quickly leave an ATV that has overturned backwards. It is worth paying attention to the fact that even manufacturers of extra seats do not guarantee the safety of the passenger. Apparently, in order to disclaim responsibility for possible negative consequences, the inscription “No Passenger” flaunts on the seat itself. Thus, the one who sits down on this seat assumes all the risks associated with this.
If you still decide to install a seat, it is advisable to carry out a number of improvements. It is necessary to purchase footrests for the passenger, which will provide him with at least a partial footrest, and it is better to give preference to well-known manufacturers.
The installation of the seat itself must be carried out very carefully; additional consumables will be needed to ensure the reliability of the structure. Fasteners, which is completed with the "throne", will not be enough. To prevent the seat from being torn off the trunk, for its fastening it is necessary to use enlarged washers or, best of all, large metal plates. It is also desirable to install additional clamps. The luggage compartment, which is located in the seat, most likely will not be airtight - even the sealing gum on the lid will not help. Therefore, in order for the contents of the wardrobe trunk to remain dry, you will have to seriously tinker with sealing. This will require additional sealant and a good sealant. All this can be purchased at a regular hardware store.
Six Rules for Using Practice
Regular maintenance will keep your ATV running safely and for a long time. Control, lubrication, cleaning, adjustment and replacement of parts are carried out according to the regulations or as needed. Without the appropriate knowledge and qualifications, these procedures are best carried out at official CFMOTO service centers.
First, check the level and quality of the oil in the engine, gearbox, front and rear gearboxes. Then proceed to other procedures:
ATV care includes:
Store the ATV in a cool, dry place, covered with an opaque tarp or cover.
For the engine - semi-synthetic oils CFMOTO G-MOTION 10W40 4T and 5W40 4T with a temperature range of application from -30 to +40.
For gearbox, front and rear gears - transmission oil Gazpromneft 80W-90 GL-5.
G-MOTION engine oils are specially designed for maximum damping of loads on 4-stroke engines of CFMOTO ATVs, have an increased margin of protective properties to ensure uninterrupted operation of the engine in all operating modes, including extreme ones, and increase the service life of equipment.
The oil consists of high-quality base components and additives with an optimal chemical composition. Their use guarantees the maximum service life of the CFMOTO ATV.
Automotive ATV oils are not suitable. The use of fuels and lubricants that do not comply with the manufacturer's recommendations can disable the equipment with serious consequences for the budget.
Be trained and instructed before using the ATV. Persons under 16 years of age are not allowed to drive. It is forbidden to operate an ATV without protective equipment - a helmet, eye protection, gloves, boots, long sleeves and trousers. You cannot operate machinery while intoxicated.
Check the ATV for proper operation before using it. Hands should always be on the handlebars and feet on the footrests. Do not drive the ATV too fast - speed should be appropriate for the terrain, visibility and riding experience.
Do not walk on the ice of a frozen body of water. Do not cross water obstacles, the depth of which is higher than the level of the footrests of the ATV - this can damage the equipment.
